At the 24th Bangkok Motor Show
03-27-03
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Ford Motor Co issued the following press release:
Ford Motor Company today unveiled the all-new Everest, a 7-seat family Sport Utility Vehicle, at the 24th Bangkok International Motor Show, the second-largest auto show in Asia-Pacific. The newest sport utility from Ford debuts in Thailand and ultimately will be available in more than 50 countries.
Everest is Ford’s latest addition to its growing family of sport utility vehicles. The new SUV offers safe, comfortable, flexible and affordable family transportation in a highly-styled configuration with the command seating position and road presence that consumers prefer.
Key features of the Everest include:
Superior comfort: interior roominess with seating for 7 passengers, with more head and leg room than competitors
Safety: 4-wheel anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution, dual front driver and passenger airbags, and seat belts for 7 passengers
Convenience: SYNCHRO action foldable second row seat for best-in-class access to third row seats, one-hand side-opening rear tailgate, standard side step bar, foldable third row seat for extra cargo space; and rear cabin air-conditioning with a dual climate control A/C system for front and rear passengers
Luxury interiors with high equipment levels and excellent craftsmanship
Tiered or theater style seating offering excellent visibility for all passengers with newly designed seats contoured and trimmed for more comfort
Power steering for enhanced handling in all driving conditions
Specially tuned suspension offering excellent ride and handling -- on or off road
Performance-proven 2.5L inter-cooled turbo diesel engine (121hp and 277Nm torque) with available 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive with choice of automatic or manual transmission
Tough authentic SUV exterior styling with commanding road presence
Everest's interior gives an impression of spaciousness and luxury. It seats 7 passengers comfortably with easy in-and-out access to the third row seats. Its unique dual control air-conditioning system comes with two additional sets of vents for the rear seat to ensure comfort for the center and rear seat passengers, an ideal feature for the tropical climates of Asia. The interior incorporates many small "surprise and delight" features such as individual cup-holders, creative stowage room and front seat back map pockets equipped with smaller cell-phone pockets. Overall, the effect is one of thoughtful craftsmanship.
In addition, the Everest Limited Edition will feature leather seat and door trim, MP3 player, upgraded interior appointments, and lockable spare tire carrier.
The unmistakable exterior styling cues of Everest clearly identify this latest SUV within the larger Ford family of vehicles. Everest projects a strong and tough image with its high ride height and substantial proportions. On the road, the Everest offers a commanding road presence.
Boasting best-in-class ride and handling, the Everest is notably superior when changing lanes and in tight cornering. Its vehicle dynamics were developed to offer predictable performance in varied driving conditions. Everest handles comfortably in both city and off-road situations, thus reducing driver fatigue and providing for greater passenger comfort.
Everest is among the leaders in protecting its occupants in a variety of incidents. Everest is designed to meet all applicable local regulations, as well as additional Ford safety guidelines. Features include dual airbags for driver and passenger, individual seat belts in all seating positions, 4-wheel anti-lock brake system, a high visibility "command" driving position, side-door intrusion beams, collapsible steering column, child-proof rear door locks, and fuel tank shields, among others.
Everest offers a choice of 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. It is available in two engine types – 2.5L inter-cooled turbo diesel and 2.6L EGI petrol engine in both 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive. The 2.5L turbo diesel engine delivers a "fun to drive" experience because of the added power and torque from the turbocharger.
"Everest was designed and engineered to meet the needs of our Asian customers," according to Chuck Bambenek, chief platform engineer. "It offers superior comfort and convenience, flexibility, driving dynamics and Ford’s high safety standards.
"We made sure that we carried out extensive consumer research in key markets like South Africa, Malaysia and Thailand to gather highly important customer feedback that helped us in the vehicle design and development," Bambenek said. "For example, customers told us they wanted authentic 4x4 looks and capability, so we relocated the spare tire from underneath the box to the rear tailgate."
"Customers told us they wanted more comfortable and functional interiors, and if you look at the Everest, the interiors offer a level of luxury and comfort that is class-leading. For example, Everest's spaciousness, SYNCHRO action second row seat for easy access to third row seating, dual control air conditioning system best suited for tropical climates, details such as individual cup-holders, creative stowage room, auxiliary power points, separate water reservoir … just to name a few," added Bambenek.
Today, Ford offers the broadest and most far-reaching line-up of SUVs on the planet. Ford’s authentic SUV heritage is exemplified by the Explorer, Explorer Sport, Explorer Sport Trac, Expedition, Excursion, Escape and now … the Everest. Explorer has been a runaway success since its debut in 1990, and it has remained the best-selling SUV in the world for more than 10 years. Escape also proved to be a huge success with the young-at-heart customers who appreciate its nimble maneuverability and sporty styling that is versatile for work and play.
Everest complements these vehicles. It offers customers a SUV that is designed to meet their needs for safe, comfortable and flexible family transportation. Everest allows one to experience life and all its adventures with one’s family and loved ones with No Boundaries. In true No Boundaries spirit, the name Everest resonates positively with "can-do" spirit, "top-of-world," "overcoming challenges" and "adventure."
Thailand is the first country to introduce the new Everest beginning with the world premiere at the Bangkok International Motor Show. This debut will be followed by a multi-phased introduction planned for Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Cambodia and Brunei. Ultimately, Everest will be available in more than 50 countries including those in the Middle East and Africa such as UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Angola, Ghana, Gabon, Senegal, Ivory Coast as well as Tahiti in the South Pacific.
The car will be produced at AutoAlliance in Rayong province factory with 80 per cent local content.
03-27-03
Autoindex.org
Ford Motor Co issued the following press release:
Ford Motor Company today unveiled the all-new Everest, a 7-seat family Sport Utility Vehicle, at the 24th Bangkok International Motor Show, the second-largest auto show in Asia-Pacific. The newest sport utility from Ford debuts in Thailand and ultimately will be available in more than 50 countries.
Everest is Ford’s latest addition to its growing family of sport utility vehicles. The new SUV offers safe, comfortable, flexible and affordable family transportation in a highly-styled configuration with the command seating position and road presence that consumers prefer.
Key features of the Everest include:
Superior comfort: interior roominess with seating for 7 passengers, with more head and leg room than competitors
Safety: 4-wheel anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution, dual front driver and passenger airbags, and seat belts for 7 passengers
Convenience: SYNCHRO action foldable second row seat for best-in-class access to third row seats, one-hand side-opening rear tailgate, standard side step bar, foldable third row seat for extra cargo space; and rear cabin air-conditioning with a dual climate control A/C system for front and rear passengers
Luxury interiors with high equipment levels and excellent craftsmanship
Tiered or theater style seating offering excellent visibility for all passengers with newly designed seats contoured and trimmed for more comfort
Power steering for enhanced handling in all driving conditions
Specially tuned suspension offering excellent ride and handling -- on or off road
Performance-proven 2.5L inter-cooled turbo diesel engine (121hp and 277Nm torque) with available 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive with choice of automatic or manual transmission
Tough authentic SUV exterior styling with commanding road presence
Everest's interior gives an impression of spaciousness and luxury. It seats 7 passengers comfortably with easy in-and-out access to the third row seats. Its unique dual control air-conditioning system comes with two additional sets of vents for the rear seat to ensure comfort for the center and rear seat passengers, an ideal feature for the tropical climates of Asia. The interior incorporates many small "surprise and delight" features such as individual cup-holders, creative stowage room and front seat back map pockets equipped with smaller cell-phone pockets. Overall, the effect is one of thoughtful craftsmanship.
In addition, the Everest Limited Edition will feature leather seat and door trim, MP3 player, upgraded interior appointments, and lockable spare tire carrier.
The unmistakable exterior styling cues of Everest clearly identify this latest SUV within the larger Ford family of vehicles. Everest projects a strong and tough image with its high ride height and substantial proportions. On the road, the Everest offers a commanding road presence.
Boasting best-in-class ride and handling, the Everest is notably superior when changing lanes and in tight cornering. Its vehicle dynamics were developed to offer predictable performance in varied driving conditions. Everest handles comfortably in both city and off-road situations, thus reducing driver fatigue and providing for greater passenger comfort.
Everest is among the leaders in protecting its occupants in a variety of incidents. Everest is designed to meet all applicable local regulations, as well as additional Ford safety guidelines. Features include dual airbags for driver and passenger, individual seat belts in all seating positions, 4-wheel anti-lock brake system, a high visibility "command" driving position, side-door intrusion beams, collapsible steering column, child-proof rear door locks, and fuel tank shields, among others.
Everest offers a choice of 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. It is available in two engine types – 2.5L inter-cooled turbo diesel and 2.6L EGI petrol engine in both 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive. The 2.5L turbo diesel engine delivers a "fun to drive" experience because of the added power and torque from the turbocharger.
"Everest was designed and engineered to meet the needs of our Asian customers," according to Chuck Bambenek, chief platform engineer. "It offers superior comfort and convenience, flexibility, driving dynamics and Ford’s high safety standards.
"We made sure that we carried out extensive consumer research in key markets like South Africa, Malaysia and Thailand to gather highly important customer feedback that helped us in the vehicle design and development," Bambenek said. "For example, customers told us they wanted authentic 4x4 looks and capability, so we relocated the spare tire from underneath the box to the rear tailgate."
"Customers told us they wanted more comfortable and functional interiors, and if you look at the Everest, the interiors offer a level of luxury and comfort that is class-leading. For example, Everest's spaciousness, SYNCHRO action second row seat for easy access to third row seating, dual control air conditioning system best suited for tropical climates, details such as individual cup-holders, creative stowage room, auxiliary power points, separate water reservoir … just to name a few," added Bambenek.
Today, Ford offers the broadest and most far-reaching line-up of SUVs on the planet. Ford’s authentic SUV heritage is exemplified by the Explorer, Explorer Sport, Explorer Sport Trac, Expedition, Excursion, Escape and now … the Everest. Explorer has been a runaway success since its debut in 1990, and it has remained the best-selling SUV in the world for more than 10 years. Escape also proved to be a huge success with the young-at-heart customers who appreciate its nimble maneuverability and sporty styling that is versatile for work and play.
Everest complements these vehicles. It offers customers a SUV that is designed to meet their needs for safe, comfortable and flexible family transportation. Everest allows one to experience life and all its adventures with one’s family and loved ones with No Boundaries. In true No Boundaries spirit, the name Everest resonates positively with "can-do" spirit, "top-of-world," "overcoming challenges" and "adventure."
Thailand is the first country to introduce the new Everest beginning with the world premiere at the Bangkok International Motor Show. This debut will be followed by a multi-phased introduction planned for Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Cambodia and Brunei. Ultimately, Everest will be available in more than 50 countries including those in the Middle East and Africa such as UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Angola, Ghana, Gabon, Senegal, Ivory Coast as well as Tahiti in the South Pacific.
The car will be produced at AutoAlliance in Rayong province factory with 80 per cent local content.